Success Stories

“. . . at our high school we were thrilled by the benefit that came from using the
Success in Hiring model put out by Ascend. This model allowed us to very
easily determine the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates we
interviewed and was a very valuable tool in helping us find the right person
for the job. Going forward, we will be using this model for all of our
important hires.”

Father Stephen Jones

“…You are a great speaker and I was able to take away some key
points to help in my everyday tasks and leadership. I am looking forward to
following your blog and checking out your upcoming book.”

Kelsey S.

“Gary,. . .Thank you for coming to speak to the Chambers Young
Professionals. It really means a lot to get such wonderful advice from
successful members of our community . . .”

Amber Hall

“I love the fact that you guys want to know our goals and care so
much about our organization. When you come into our organization, it
really feels like you are all part of the team and care about our success.”

Jamie H.

“The old adage tells us that one day, ‘the student will become the
teacher.’ It is truly a great experience to see Gary Wilbers build upon the business
education he earned at Lincoln University and impart tools which challenge us to
lead through innovation and mastery of self. He reminds us C.H.A.R.G.E. is
leadership built on incremental change which leads to big change.”

Dr. Rome

“…Your enthusiasm for life is evident by the way you deliver your message. Thank
you for challenging us to step back & evaluate our daily interactions, our
priorities, our goals, & our relationships…

-Lonnie Schneider MASA

“After Gary’s presentation I’m CHARGED up to accomplish more with
my life”

Lonnie Schneider

“At the Boys & Girls Club, our operation is fast
paced, multifaceted and full of unforeseen “fires”. Time management is our
greatest challenge. Our team is always seeking methods to improve management
of staff time which ultimately will improve our efficiency and effectiveness. As the
Club CEO, I had the opportunity to attend a time management training conducted
by Gary Wilbers with Ascend Business Strategy. He outlined strategies and
methods to improve workplace performance through better time management.
The most beneficial aspect of Gary’s training was its practicality. Many “best
practices” work in theory but not in real life. Gary’s methods work! They are easy
to follow and more importantly, easy to maintain. I highly recommend Gary
Wilber’s management techniques to business leaders. You will see an
improvement!”

Stephanie Johnson

“Your High Achievers Leadership Training
provided the tools for me to attack my day in a methodical, strategic way in order
to navigate the challenges which go hand in hand with a fast- paced workplace. As
I have slowly implemented the strategies you shared, I am gaining on a better
work life balance and hopefully becoming the leader I want to be for our
community and that I serve!”

Ann Bax

“The Extended DISC helped us to
better communicate with each other in order to be more successful, professionally
and personally as a team.. I highly recommend Mr. Gary Wilbers and his team of
professionals.”

– Mike Southard

“As a growing small business,
Ascend’s strategic planning aided us with the structure and direction in attaining
our goals… I highly recommend Mr. Gary Wilbers and his team of professionals.”

Mike Southard

“Gary’s energy and passion for living an intention-filled, goal-driven
life is infectious. His strategies and charisma will make you wish you had given
yourself the gift of a few hours to reboot, and re-CHARGE with him years ago!”

Andy Stuckenschnieder

“Gary, thank you so much for sharing
such exciting, life changing information with us at our monthly meeting. I am
hoping to share this information with staff so we can all become more productive
and efficient in the workplace. I plan on finding that balance in my daily work life
so that recovery time becomes a habit for me. Sharing this information with staff
will certainly make us a better work place. Thank you for your generosity in
sharing with all of us.”

Debbie H

“Gary would periodically check up with me via phone or text just to
make sure that I was on track with regard to productivity, focus etc. He always
made me feel that he was just a phone call away from getting the support and
encouragement I needed to make it through an important day in my life…Several
times when I was at a cross road in my life and needed an unbiased friend to talk
to discuss a situation, Gary was there to discuss the pros & cons of both
alternatives. He helped me clear the way so that I could make an educated
decision.”